Schafttijd in de bouwput aan de Van Diemenstraat in Amsterdam 1897

George Hendrik Breitner's 1897 photograph, "Schafttijd in de bouwput aan de Van Diemenstraat in Amsterdam," captures a moment of rest for construction workers in Amsterdam. The photograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Breitner's mastery of realism, capturing the gritty reality of urban life. The image is composed of a simple scene with workers taking a break, offering a glimpse into the everyday lives of those who built the city. Breitner's interest in capturing the changing cityscape and the lives of ordinary people is evident in this piece.